Leah P

Deforestation.ppt

1. What is Deforestation?

• permanent destruction of indigenous forests and woodlands
• temporary destruction of indigenous forests and woodlands.
• destruction of plains and grasslands.
• None of the above

2. Where does deforestation most likely occur?

• deserts
• moist forests/areas
• small woodlands
• small/non-forestry areas

3. Who cuts down the trees?

• illegal loggers
• commercial loggers
• farmers
• Both A and B

4. What method is commonly used to destroy the forests?

• Cut and Burn
• Slash and Burn
• Both A and B
• None of the above

5. What are some of the positive effects for deforestation?

• Agricultural needs, wood supply
• Wood supply, expensive
• less land, expensive
• species are at risk, agricultural needs

Short Answer:
List some of the negative effects caused by deforestation.